Description

Mepiquat Chloride is a quaternary ammonium plant growth regulator widely used in modern agriculture. Its primary value lies in its ability to control excessive vegetative growth, improve crop architecture, and enhance yield potential. This compound is essential for agronomists and farmers in the cotton, cereal, and horticulture industries seeking to optimize plant health and maximize harvest quality. Mepiquat Chloride CAS NO 24307-26-4 represents a key tool for precision plant management.

Application

• Cotton Growth Regulation: Primary application for controlling vegetative growth, promoting boll development, and facilitating mechanical harvesting.
• Cereal Lodging Prevention: Used on wheat, barley, and rye to shorten and strengthen stems, reducing the risk of lodging (falling over).
• Ornamental Plant Management: Controls height and promotes compact, bushier growth in nursery stock and ornamental plants.
• Fruit Tree Canopy Management: Helps manage vegetative vigor in orchards, improving light penetration and fruit quality.
• Turfgrass Management: Reduces mowing frequency by slowing vertical growth on golf courses and sports fields.
• Seed Production: Can improve seed yield and quality in certain crops by optimizing plant resource allocation.
• Formulation Component: Used as an active ingredient in various commercial plant growth regulator formulations and tank mixes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mepiquat Chloride
CAS No.	24307-26-4
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClN
Molecular Weight	149.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethylpiperidinium chloride; Mepiquat; Mepiquat-chloride; BAS 083 01 W; Pix; Terpal; N,N-Dimethylpiperidinium chloride; 1,1-Dimethylpiperidin-1-ium chloride
EINECS	246-150-2

Quality Control

Our Mepiquat Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and related substances. Our quality commitment supports compliance with global agricultural chemical standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.